Cinematic Christmas Cheer
In this 1990 Christmas film, a young boy named Kevin defends his home from burglars after being accidentally left behind by his family during their Christmas vacation.
What is Home Alone?
This country is credited with the origin of the modern-day image of Santa Claus, which is based on the Dutch legend of Sinterklaas.
What is the Netherlands?
This 1984 holiday hit by Band Aid brought together many of the UK's top musicians to raise money for famine relief in Ethiopia.
What is "Do They Know It's Christmas?"
In 1843, this English author wrote the classic Christmas story A Christmas Carol, which was later adapted into countless films and plays.
Who is Charles Dickens?
This character from "The Nutcracker" is a beloved sugar-sweet ruler of the Land of Sweets, often portrayed as a ballerina.
Who is the Sugar Plum Fairy?
In this 2003 holiday classic, a British prime minister falls for his assistant, while the movie weaves together multiple love stories leading up to Christmas.
What is Love Actually?
The modern-day image of Santa Claus was popularized by this company in the 1930s, featuring him in red and white with a jolly demeanor.
What is Coca-Cola?
In this 1971 holiday song by John Lennon and Yoko Ono, the famous couple urges people to imagine a world of peace during the Christmas season.
What is "Happy Xmas (War Is Over)"?
This famous poem, written in 1823, was first published anonymously and is often credited with defining much of the modern image of Santa Claus.
What is "The Night Before Christmas"?
The Grinch tried to steal Christmas from this cheerful town but eventually learned the true meaning of the holiday.
Who is Whoville?
This 1947 film features a department store Santa who claims to be the real Santa Claus, leading to a legal battle.
What is Miracle on 34th Street?
This North American city claims to be the "official" hometown of Santa Claus, complete with a Santa Claus Museum and Village.
What is Santa Claus, Indiana?
Written by Irving Berlin and first performed by Bing Crosby in 1942, this holiday classic mentions "snow" and "being home."
What is "White Christmas"?
This U.S. city is home to the largest Christmas tree in the country, a tradition that dates back to the early 20th century.
What is New York City? (Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree)
This holiday character is a spirit who brings warmth and joy to the home of Ebenezer Scrooge.
Who is the Ghost of Christmas Present?
This 2004 animated film, voiced by Tom Hanks, follows a boy who takes a magical train ride to the North Pole on Christmas Eve.
What is The Polar Express?
This legendary figure, often associated with Santa Claus in European traditions, is a companion who rewards good children and punishes the naughty ones during Christmas.
Who is Krampus?
This 1994 holiday hit by Mariah Carey has become a modern Christmas classic, known for its catchy melody and soaring high notes.
What is "All I Want for Christmas Is You"?
In 1647, this country banned Christmas celebrations, citing them as pagan and immoral. The ban lasted for several years before being lifted in 1660.
What is England?
This holiday character had his own Christmas special, where he was given a magic coat and goes on a journey to spread holiday cheer.
Who is The Little Drummer Boy?
In this 1996 Christmas comedy, Arnold Schwarzenegger plays a father desperately trying to get the season's hottest toy for his son, facing competition from a man played by Sinbad.
What is Jingle All the Way?
The modern image of Santa Claus flying in a sleigh was first popularized by this famous 19th-century poet in his 1823 poem A Visit from St. Nicholas.
Who is Clement Clarke Moore?
This 1963 Christmas song by the Ronettes describes the joy of spending Christmas with a loved one and has been a popular holiday hit.
What is "Sleigh Ride"?
The modern practice of sending Christmas cards began in this year, with the first commercially produced card designed by artist John Calcott Horsley.
What is 1843?
This elf's primary job at the North Pole is making toys for children, but in one movie, he’s called to action when he discovers his true identity as a human.
Who is Buddy the Elf?